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Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:57 WIB
1,500 Hectares of Paddy Fields in Pidie Jaya Still Buried Under Mud
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian inspected flood-damaged paddy fields in Pidie Jaya, Aceh, where approximately 1,500 hectares remain buried under mud up to one metre thick, threatening the district's status as a regional rice granary. The Agriculture Ministry has allocated around Rp336 billion to accelerate the rehabilitation of flood-affected farmland across Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra to safeguard food supply.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:50 WIB
MKD: No Procedural Violations in Sahroni's Reinstatement as Deputy Chair of Commission III
The House Ethics Council (MKD) chairman confirmed that Ahmad Sahroni's six-month suspension has been duly served, clearing the way for his return as a leader of Commission III. NasDem Party proposed his reinstatement on 19 February 2026, effective 10 March 2026 following the parliamentary recess, with MKD affirming all procedures complied with existing regulations.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:50 WIB
5 Facts About Bripda MS Being Named Suspect After Striking Student to Death
A Mobile Brigade (Brimob) officer, Bripda MS, has been named a suspect after allegedly striking a 14-year-old student with a tactical helmet during an illegal street racing patrol in Tual, Maluku, causing the boy's death. The officer faces charges under the Child Protection Act and the Criminal Code, with a maximum sentence of seven years' imprisonment, whilst Indonesian National Police headquarters has issued a formal apology and pledged transparent legal proceedings.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:33 WIB
Regions in Indonesia Forecast to Experience Very Heavy Rainfall Today
Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall across several provinces including West Java, Central Java, East Java, East Nusa Tenggara, Central Papua and Highland Papua on Sunday. The agency urged the public to remain vigilant against potential flooding, waterlogging and disruptions caused by extreme weather, which may be accompanied by strong winds and lightning.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:20 WIB
Foreign National Who Protested Quran Recitation Sound in Gili Trawangan Found to Have Overstayed Visa
A New Zealand citizen identified as ML, who vandalised a mosque's microphone and threatened locals with a machete over loudspeaker use during Ramadan Quran recitation sessions in Gili Trawangan, has been taken into immigration custody after being found to have overstayed her visitor visa. The incident, which went viral on social media, highlights tensions between foreign residents and local religious practices on the popular tourist island, with police now providing security around the mosque an
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:20 WIB
Foreign National's Outburst Over Quran Recitation Speaker Prompts Response from MUI and Religious Affairs Ministry
Indonesia's Council of Ulema (MUI) and the Ministry of Religious Affairs have responded to a viral incident in which a foreign woman went on a rampage at a prayer hall in Gili Trawangan, Lombok, after being disturbed by loudspeaker sound during Quran recitation on the first night of Ramadan. The MUI called for mutual tolerance and restraint, whilst the Ministry reminded the public that existing regulations stipulate Quran recitation should use internal speakers only, reserving external loudspeak
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:10 WIB
Lebaran 2026 Train Tickets: 480,000 Seats Sold, 98,000 Still Available
State-owned railway operator KAI's Jakarta Operations Area 1 reports that 480,000 tickets have been sold for the 2026 Lebaran transport period from 11 March to 1 April, with approximately 98,000 seats still available from Gambir and Pasar Senen stations. The government is providing a 30 per cent fare discount on commercial economy-class trains to ensure affordable transport during the holiday exodus, whilst KAI has added 16 extra services to bring daily long-distance departures from Jakarta to 8
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:02 WIB
Cayenne pepper at Rp68,836/kg, eggs at Rp31,889/kg on fourth day of fasting
National consumer food prices on the fourth day of Ramadan show cayenne pepper holding at Rp68,836/kg and eggs at Rp31,889/kg, as reported by the National Food Agency's (Bapanas) price panel. While several staple commodities including rice, cooking oil, and flour recorded price declines from the previous day, beef and chicken prices edged upward, reflecting typical demand pressures during the fasting month.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:00 WIB
LPDP Scholarship Recipient Sparks Controversy with 'I'll Be the Only Indonesian Citizen, Not My Children' Remark
An alumni of Indonesia's LPDP state scholarship programme sparked public outrage after posting a viral video celebrating her child's British citizenship, declaring "it's enough that I'm Indonesian, my children shouldn't be." The LPDP condemned the remarks as failing to reflect institutional values of integrity and is now investigating whether her husband, also a scholarship recipient, has fulfilled his mandatory service obligation to Indonesia, warning of full scholarship repayment if he is foun
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 14:00 WIB
Walhi Questions Freeport's Inclusion in Indonesia-US Economic Negotiation Strategic Agenda
Indonesian environmental advocacy organisation Walhi has raised concerns over the extension of a memorandum of understanding between the Indonesian government and Freeport-McMoRan Inc regarding the continued operations of PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) until copper and gold reserves in Papua are exhausted. The group questions why Freeport's interests have been incorporated into the strategic agenda of bilateral economic negotiations between Indonesia and the United States.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:49 WIB
Top 3: LPDP Scholar's Child Becomes Foreign National, MBG Budget Breakdown, and TNI Forces in Gaza
Three major stories dominated Indonesian news: the LPDP scholarship fund summoned the husband of an influencer who celebrated her child obtaining British citizenship, raising questions about scholars' service obligations; Foreign Minister Sugiono clarified that Indonesian troops in Gaza's International Stabilisation Force would only act in self-defence; and legal challengers at the Constitutional Court revealed significant education budget cuts to fund the free nutritious meals programme.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:48 WIB
Constitutional Court Ethics Council Chair Responds to Ethics Complaint Filed Against Him
The chairman of the Constitutional Court's Honorary Council (MKMK), I Dewa Gede Palguna, has been reported to the very body he leads over alleged ethical violations, following a complaint by the Indonesian Student Forum (Formasi). Palguna assured that the complaint would not disrupt the council's ongoing proceedings against Constitutional Court Justice Adies Kadir, which have already reached the deliberation stage. The complaint accuses Palguna of exceeding ethical boundaries, personalising auth
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:43 WIB
Jakarta Residents Urged to Report No-Smoking Zone Violations
A Jakarta regional legislator has called on residents to use the JAKI mobile application to report violations of the city's newly enacted No-Smoking Zone regulation. The appeal follows findings by a youth alliance that tobacco advertising remains widespread near public spaces and educational institutions, prompting calls for better enforcement and allocation of tobacco excise revenue towards protecting children and curbing cigarette promotion.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:30 WIB
MUI and Ministry of Religious Affairs Respond After Foreign National Protests Quran Recitation Sounds
A foreign woman went viral after vandalising a prayer hall's microphone and threatening locals with machetes on Gili Trawangan during the first night of Ramadan, prompting responses from Indonesia's top Islamic bodies. The Indonesian Ulema Council urged restraint and mutual respect, whilst the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Nahdlatul Ulama called for stricter enforcement of existing loudspeaker regulations and new local-level rules governing their use at places of worship.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:27 WIB
480,000 Lebaran 2026 Train Tickets Already Sold
PT KAI's Jakarta Operations Area 1 has outlined seat availability for the 2026 Lebaran exodus period, with approximately 98,000 seats allocated for departures from Gambir and Pasar Senen stations. The state railway operator is running 16 additional services and the government has introduced a 30 per cent fare discount on commercial economy class trains to support affordable travel during the holiday period.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:24 WIB
Home Affairs Minister: Krueng Tingkeum Bridge in Bireuen Expected to Be Completed by July 2026
Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian, who heads the Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Acceleration Task Force for Sumatra, has announced that the permanent Krueng Tingkeum Bridge in Bireuen, Aceh, is expected to be completed by July 2026, with construction currently at 18 per cent progress. The bridge, which replaces a temporary bailey bridge built after the original was severed, serves as a critical link on the Medan–Banda Aceh route and will significantly improve mobility for Ace
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:21 WIB
Mobile Driving Licence Service Available at Two Jakarta Locations on Sunday
Jakarta Metropolitan Police's Traffic Directorate is operating mobile driving licence (SIM) renewal services at two locations in East and West Jakarta on Sunday. The service handles renewals for Class A and Class C licences only, with fees set under Government Regulation No. 76/2020, whilst expired licence holders must apply for new ones at the dedicated processing centre.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:16 WIB
House Commission I Sets Criteria for TNI Officer to Serve as ISF Deputy Commander in Gaza
Indonesia's House of Representatives Commission I has outlined the qualifications required for a TNI officer to fill the Deputy Commander position of the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza, emphasising extensive multinational operations experience, military diplomacy skills, and strong leadership capacity. The appointment is seen as a mark of international confidence in TNI's peacekeeping track record, with Indonesia set to contribute 8,000 personnel — one of the largest contingents
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:06 WIB
Yesterday's Highlights: Samsung Galaxy S26 Features to Woody's Bald Look in "Toy Story 5"
ANTARA's weekend roundup covers a mix of technology, business, and entertainment news. The most economically significant item is the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2026, which attracted over 580,000 visitors and recorded Rp8.7 trillion in transactions during its 5–15 February run in Jakarta. Other highlights include Samsung's rumoured anti-peek screen feature for the Galaxy S26 and the latest Toy Story 5 trailer.
Sun, 22 Feb 2026, 13:06 WIB
Gaining Momentum: Indonesian Fish Exports Break Into Chinese and Turkish Markets
Indonesia's Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has secured new agreements to expand fishery product exports to China and Turkey, marking a significant broadening of the country's global seafood trade footprint. The deals, reached with Turkish competent authorities, underscore Jakarta's push to diversify export destinations for its marine products.
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